I should not make any promises right now,
But I know if you Pray
Somewhere in this world ~
Something good will happen.
Hafiz
I frequently use Hafiz's idea of sending prayer out into the world. It is never a formal prayer on bended knee nor is it memorized in advance. I might be sitting at a stop light and see a person crossing in front of my car or notice an unknown individual walking down the sidewalk. I immediately send words from my heart ... just a string of spontaneous positive thoughts. It is such a brief gesture and so easy to do!
Traveling on the interstate to and from my daughter's home, I drive by a prison. I pull into the slower lane and begin praying as I approach, while I am in front of and I as I pass by.
I rapidly send thoughts such as:
May you feel an aspect of joy today!
May you experience a sense of friendship.
May you find forgiveness.
May you find acceptance.
May you discover hope.
May you feel loved once again!
The same holds true for me as I watch the news and view other countries experiencing violence, famine or the wrath of nature. If I can send positive thoughts in some form of prayer, I don't feel quite so helpless.
All it takes is being mindful to use small spaces of time for the betterment of others. Just remember to do it frequently and then it becomes a very natural habit!
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